The sun is the source of all the energy that our bodies release from food. Vitality (or having 'energy') is not simply about eating enough food to provide energy (measured as calories) needed for keeping our body working. Vitality is derived from the Latin word 'vita', which means life, and refers to that feeling of having the mental and physical capacity to do all the things that we desire.
Not all calories are equal. The source of the calories consumed matters. The sugar calories in fruit are better for us than the calories in table sugar - even though table sugar (sucrose) is the same as the sucrose contained in fruit (it also contains fructose and glucose). Fruit is a better source of calories, because it also provides fibre, vitamin C, potassium and other nutrients required by our body. Clients typically say they feel they have 'more energy', following changes to what they eat and drink.
Having energy can also be a state of mind - a cheering crowd can help the athlete find 'more' energy for that final burst down the home straight or a sprint towards the opposition goalmouth for a 90th minute shot! How we feel about ourselves (self-esteem) impacts on our wellbeing and vitality. We are what we eat and how we eat - taking control of our meals and mealtimes by eating when it best suits your needs, rather than those of a manager, friend, colleague, etc, is an important step in looking after your health.
The development of personalised healthy living objectives should include consideration of the many factors that can influence what you eat at meal and snack times, and when you eat.
Not all calories are equal. The source of the calories consumed matters. The sugar calories in fruit are better for us than the calories in table sugar - even though table sugar (sucrose) is the same as the sucrose contained in fruit (it also contains fructose and glucose). Fruit is a better source of calories, because it also provides fibre, vitamin C, potassium and other nutrients required by our body. Clients typically say they feel they have 'more energy', following changes to what they eat and drink.
Having energy can also be a state of mind - a cheering crowd can help the athlete find 'more' energy for that final burst down the home straight or a sprint towards the opposition goalmouth for a 90th minute shot! How we feel about ourselves (self-esteem) impacts on our wellbeing and vitality. We are what we eat and how we eat - taking control of our meals and mealtimes by eating when it best suits your needs, rather than those of a manager, friend, colleague, etc, is an important step in looking after your health.
The development of personalised healthy living objectives should include consideration of the many factors that can influence what you eat at meal and snack times, and when you eat.
